Defamation (Damages for Non-Economic Loss) Order 2025
Sets the amount for non-economic loss damages in defamation cases to $500,000 from July 1, 2025.
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This order is the defamation (damages for non-economic loss) order 2025. From 1 july 2025, the amount that applies for the purpose of section 35(1) of the act is $500,000.
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